What you need to know about Windows 10
Windows 10: Fast. Compatible. Free.
In case you missed it, Microsoft has released Windows 10 for PCs, 2-in-1 devices, and tablets on July 29, 2015 in 190 countries. We’ve written about the new OS during its first unveiling, and the various features Microsoft has added since then, so the biggest PC OS release since Windows 8 (well, some say since Windows 95) shouldn’t be too unfamiliar to those who have been following our site. Still, if you're a Mac to PC switcher or Windows users who skipped Windows 8/8.1 entirely, it's only natural that you're still confused with Microsoft's latest OS. If so, the very first thing you need to know is that Windows 10 is a free upgrade for qualified Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices. But you’d better hurry, as this offer only lasts for a year. To delve deeper, here are three articles that we recommend you check out next:
For those hungry for more, do check out the column on the right, where we've curated a list of other interesting reads related to Windows 10 and its ecosystem. Because remember, Windows 10 will also run on phones, Xbox One, and IoT devices. And since Windows 10 is also about increasing productivity, you may be interested to know about the latest Microsoft Office developments. And just recently, Microsoft released new Surface devices and Lumia phones that will further tap into the capabilities of Windows 10. The new Surface Pro 4 is an updated version of last year's very popular Surface Pro 3 tablet, while Microsoft is calling its Surface Book the "ultimate laptop". The new Lumia phones are also impressive, especially if you are big on productivity - thanks to the combination of the Microsoft Display Dock, Office Mobile apps, and Continuum. These are truly exciting times for Microsoft and it looks like all the effort that they have put into creating a universal Windows experience across both traditional desktop machines and modern touch-enabled mobile devices is paying off. Lastly, all Windows 10-related news and articles that are on HardwareZone can also be found in the listing below. |
Windows 10 news and articles  NEWS / 18 Dec 2015 You can now add support for Windows Hello on your Windows 10 system with one of these third-party cameras!  NEWS / 15 Dec 2015 Here's the hoop to jump through.  FEATURE / 10 Dec 2015 While MSI is known for their gaming notebook, the company is also dabbling in notebooks meant for professionals who need portable and capable workstations. The MSI WS60 2OJ 4K Edition is one of them and you'll be impressed to find out what it packs in its slim frame.  NEWS / 08 Dec 2015 ChakraCore will go open-source on GitHub under the MIT license next month.  NEWS / 08 Dec 2015 This is an update to fix the many bugs that still exist in the RTM build.  NEWS / 01 Dec 2015 Finally, the first Microsoft Windows 10-powered devices arrive in the Philippines - the Lumia 950 and the Lumia 950XL. Hit the link to learn more about these devices!  NEWS / 17 Nov 2015 This program is open to Office 365 Home, Office 365 Personal, and Office 365 University subscribers.  FEATURE / 20 Oct 2015 Windows 10 for PCs and tablets have arrived since July 29, but that's just only the beginning. In this all-in-one, constantly-updated article, we address common Windows 10 questions, highlight key features to check out, and look forward to what's on the horizon.  NEWS / 13 Oct 2015 Acer have announced two new Windows 10 devices, the Aspire R 14 convertible notebook, and the Aspire Z3-700 portable all-in-one PC.  FEATURE / 08 Oct 2015 Microsoft has just announced the new Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book. The two are fundamentally different devices, but they are also so similar in some ways. Don't know which to pick? Let us help.  FEATURE / 07 Oct 2015 Finally, Microsoft has released a flagship handset running Windows 10. Decked with the latest smartphone technologies, the new 950 series consists of the 5.2-inch Lumia 950 and the 5.7-inch Lumia 950 XL. Are they worth the wait? We go hands-on.  FEATURE / 07 Oct 2015 After creating what it thinks is the best tablet in the Surface Pro, Microsoft set out to create the ultimate laptop. The result is the Surface Book, an incredibly powerful 13.5-inch laptop with an equally incredible hinge design. Here are our first impressions.  FEATURE / 07 Oct 2015 After nailing down the form factor and the key feature set, Microsoft's main focus with the Surface Pro 4 is simply to make a better Surface Pro 3. And it has succeeded. Let's take a closer look.  NEWS / 30 Sep 2015 Lumia and Windows Phone fans, these are the handsets you've been waiting for so long. And it's hard to fault the specs.  FEATURE / 18 Sep 2015 Desktop Office for Windows and Mac, Office Mobile for Windows tablet and phone, Office for iPad and iPhone, Office for Android tablet and phone, Office 365 - you may not realize it, but we've reached a point where Microsoft's popular office productivity suite is now everywhere. |
